Neymar’s 2026 World Cup dream comes true, he’s part of Brazil’s 26-man squad

Neymar Jr.’s Prayers are finally being heard as the former Barcelona and PSG superstar has been named by Carlo Ancelotti in Brazil’s 26-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending months of speculation over Neymar’s international future.

Neymar last played for Brazil in October 2023 and since then he has been trying to reach his best fitness to fulfill Ancelotti’s plans. However, Ancelotti has always left the door open for him to return to the side.

The team also has experienced fighters like Casemiro, Marquinhos and some of the young prospects like Bournemouth’s Rayan and Luiz Henrique.

Neymar will be supported in attack by Endrick, Vinicius Jr. and Raphinha as Brazil aim to secure their sixth World Cup title.

FULL FIFA WORLD CUP BRAZIL 2026 SQUAD

Goalkeepers: Alisson, Ederson, Weverton

Defenders: Alex Sandro, Danilo, Leo Pereira, Bremer, Ibanez, Wesley, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhaes, Douglas Santos

Midfielders: Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, Danilo Santos, Fabinho, Lucas Paqueta

Forward: Endrick, Gabriel Martinelli, Igor Thiago, Matheus Cunha, Raphinha, Vinicius Junior, Luiz Henrique, Neymar, Rayan

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19 May 2026 06:00 IST